Nominations sought for awards recognizing women of color

The Women’s Center is calling for assistance in recognizing and honoring women of color who have made a significant contribution to the University.

Candidates may be nominated for excellence based on qualities and achievements and as determined through their work with others. Nominations should include evidence based on but not limited to service and/or contributions to the University; academic or career achievements; community service; and commitment to enhancing quality of life and/or serving as a role model for women of color.

Candidates must have been employed at the University for at least 12 months. Students are not eligible for this award.

The nomination form is available at http://www.womenscenter.uconn.edu/WOC2009.pdf.

The form should be printed and mailed to Kathy Fischer, Women’s Center, U-3118, Storrs, CT 06269-3118.

The deadline for nominations is Feb. 20.

Award recipients and other nominees will be acknowledged at a luncheon on March 23 in the Student Union Ballroom, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.