Schulich Awards of Excellence - Staff
Nominations for the 2024 Awards are open until March 10, 2024
Schulich Awards of Excellence are designed to demonstrate a tangible appreciation for the outstanding work and commitment of staff members in five distinct categories: innovation, inspirational leadership, continuous excellence, spirit, and newcomer. Nominations will be adjudicated by a committee chaired by a staff member and composed of stakeholders that are knowledgeable of the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry environment.
Eligibility
- All regular full-time staff who have been employed by the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry for a minimum of two years are eligible (UWOSA, PMA, or PMA eligible) for nomination. Individuals being nominated must be employed at the School at the time of the nomination.
- All faculty, learners, students, residents, and staff in the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry may nominate an individual.
- Award winners may only be renominated in the same category 5 years from the year they received their award; however, previous winners may be nominated for different awards.
- No recipient can receive two awards in the same year, whether as an individual or a member of a team. The adjudication committee has the authority to move a nomination into a different category if they view it to be more applicable to the criteria in a different category.
- Unsuccessful nominees that remain eligible are encouraged to apply the following year and the nominator does not need to acquire updated letters of support unless they feel it will significantly enhance the nomination.
- Typically, 5 awards are granted each year to be distributed amongst the categories in keeping with the depth and breadth of the nominations received in each category. Since these awards are prestigious, the adjudication committee reserves the right to withhold the distribution of an award in any one category in the event the number of nominees is unusually low, and/or all nomination packages received fail to demonstrate an expected level of excellence.
- Recipients will receive a cash award of $2,000 per individual award and $2,000 per team award.
- Recipients will also receive two complimentary tickets to attend the Awards of Excellence Dinner, one for themselves and one for a guest. For team awards, everyone named as part of the team in the nomination package will receive two tickets up to a maximum of 10 total tickets per team award.
Nomination Procedure
To nominate a staff member for this award, submit an electronic copy of a nomination package (one PDF file) which includes the following materials:
- Online nomination form (Link within each category)
- A signed nomination letter (maximum 500 words) from a designated nominator describing how the nominee best meets the criteria of the award for which they are being nominated.
- A letter of support (maximum 500 words) from the direct manager/supervisor of the nominee. In the event this person is also the nominator, this letter is not required.
- A minimum of one and up to three additional letters of support. Letters from individuals external to the nominee’s department/program may be included as deemed appropriate for the nomination.
- A CV or resume may be included if available and deemed appropriate for the nomination
View tips for writing nominations here.
Award Selections & Criteria
The basis for each award selection will be determined by meeting most or all the criteria for each award. The posted criteria descriptions are offered as guidelines for nominations but other nominee accomplishments relevant to the award category may also be included in the nomination letter or letters of support.
Questions
Contact the Dean's Office at schulichdean@uwo.ca
Innovation
This award recognizes an individual or team who has demonstrated or accomplished a core component of Schulich Medicine & Dentistry’s mission: innovation.
Criteria:- Developed an effective and/or productive solution to an existing problem by employing a new method or approach
- Enhanced the School and/or community by developing and/or implementing a novel plan
- Conceived and executed improved processes, methods, systems, programs, and/or services for the good of their team, department, or the School
Previous winners may not be re-nominated for the same award; however, previous winners may be nominated for different awards. No recipient can receive two awards in one year, whether as an individual or a member of a team.
View tips for writing nominations here.
Inspirational Leadership
This award recognizes an individual who inspires others to strive to be their personal and professional best. The award recipient would be considered “a Schulich Medicine & Dentistry staff champion."
Criteria:- Fostered an atmosphere of collaboration and creativity which contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the team
- Influenced others without using a position of authority
- Recognized the interests of others to build team cohesiveness
- Showed true leadership qualities in managing their staff/service/system effectively
- Led transformational change for the benefit of the department or School.
- Inspired and motivated others to take advantage of opportunities to enhance their own lives whether professionally or personally
Previous winners may not be re-nominated for the same award; however, previous winners may be nominated for different awards. No recipient can receive two awards in one year, whether as an individual or a member of a team.
View tips for writing nominations here.
Continuous Excellence
This award recognizes an individual or team who have demonstrated sustained excellence in practice and strive to continually improve.
Criteria:- Displayed initiative, dedication, and excellence in significantly improving systems, technical procedures, or administrative practices
- Demonstrated outstanding customer service as an ambassador for the School to internal and/or external stakeholders
- Developed and used creative approaches to work practices which improved service and efficiency
- Provided a creative contribution to building the department or School’s identity
Previous winners may not be re-nominated for the same award; however, previous winners may be nominated for different awards. No recipient can receive two awards in one year, whether as an individual or a member of a team.
View tips for writing nominations here.
Spirit Award
This award recognizes an individual who has selflessly improved the lives of others, whether within the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and/or the community at large.
Criteria:- Demonstrated exceptional service to the School and/or community at large (e.g., voluntary participation in community groups, boards or charitable organizations).
- Extended their self to help others with a high degree of excellence, professionalism, and integrity in their work.
- Significantly improved the overall Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry environment and experience.
- Mentorship of new hires or staff in new roles
Previous winners may not be re-nominated for the same award; however, previous winners may be nominated for different awards. No recipient can receive two awards in one year, whether as an individual or a member of a team.
View tips for writing nominations here.
Newcomer Award
This award recognizes an outstanding staff member who has been a part of the School for a period of no less than two years and no more than five years at the time of the nomination.
Criteria:- Served to advance the Strategic and/or Operational Plan of the School
- Improved efficiencies related to processes within their operational unit
- Successfully led a team through strategic leadership to attain major achievements within their unit
- Demonstrated exceptional dedication and commitment to their position
Previous winners may not be re-nominated for the same award; however, previous winners may be nominated for different awards. No recipient can receive two awards in one year, whether as an individual or a member of a team.
View tips for writing nominations here.
