We are excited to announce the Staff Recognition Awards 2025! This is your opportunity to nominate an individual or team from the University's Professional Services and Support Staff who have demonstrated excellence in their work and made outstanding contributions to our University community.

Award categories:

  • Enhancing the Student Experience
  • Community and Inclusion
  • Manager / Leader of the Year
  • Supporting Colleagues
  • Supporting Research
  • Innovative Use of Digital Tools

Category summary:

Enhancing the Student Experience

Nominate individuals or teams who have significantly improved the student experience through exceptional support, innovative programs, or outstanding service. This could include initiatives that enhance academic success, personal development, or overall student well-being.

Community and Inclusion

This award recognises contributions to the University community through collaboration, promoting inclusivity via University events and networks, or advancing green initiatives and environmental best practices. Nominations are welcome from all job families, regardless of the size of the effort. You can nominate individuals or teams who have made a significant impact on the community and inclusivity, whether their contributions are part of their job or go beyond their work responsibilities. This award aims to distinguish those who are doing an outstanding job in supporting the entire community, highlighting efforts that extend beyond their immediate work duties.

Manager/Leader of the Year

Nominate a manager or leader who has demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities, inspiring their team, driving positive change, and achieving outstanding results. This individual should be a role model in leadership, showing dedication, vision, and the ability to motivate and support their team.

Supporting Colleagues

Highlight individuals or teams who have gone above and beyond in supporting their colleagues. This could include providing mentorship, offering exceptional assistance, fostering a collaborative work environment, or contributing to the professional development of others.

Supporting Research

Recognise those who have made significant contributions to supporting research activities. This could involve providing exceptional administrative support, facilitating research projects, securing funding, or contributing to the dissemination of research findings.

Innovative Use of Digital Tools

This award recognises a team that has utilized digital tools to enhance processes, improve the student experience, advance research, or drive significant change within the University. Nominate teams that have creatively and effectively implemented new technologies, developed innovative digital solutions, or significantly improved workflows through the use of digital tools.

Eligibility:

  • Open to any current team or member of staff from Professional Services or Support Staff
  • Please note that academic staff are not eligible for these awards as they are recognised through the annual Teaching Awards. For more information on these awards, please visit the Teaching Awards webpage

How to nominate:

Join us in celebrating the exceptional contributions of our Professional Services and Support Staff. Your nominations help us recognise and reward those who go above and beyond in their roles.

Nominations open today, Monday 3 March and entries will close on Friday 4 April 2025.

For more information, please visit our Staff Recognition Awards webpage.