President’s Award for
Exemplary Service

About

The University President’s Award for Exemplary Service celebrates the exceptional contributions of our faculty, staff, and administrators who embody the best of EWU through their work in support of student success, inclusion, regional impact, and our collective well-being. Whether through direct service to students, advancing justice and equity, building strong regional partnerships, or enhancing our campus community, this award honors those who go above and beyond to move Eastern forward.

2026/27 Winners

  • Brock Sieb, Director, Student Accommodations and Support Services for Student Success and Student Experience
  • Christie Patterson, Associate AD-Academic Services, Athletics, for Belonging
  • Amy Bradberry, Social Media Manager, Marketing and Communications, for Investing in Our People and Places
  • Matthew Anderson, Professor of Urban and Regional Planning, Political Science and Public Policy, and Carol Pike, Director, Early Head Start, Child Family Outreach for Regional Anchor and Impact

Congratulations to our Nominees:

  • Joy Zhu, Assistant Professor, Public Health and Health Administration
  • Mountasser Kadri, Lecturer, CHSPH
  • Jenny Hyde, Chair and Program Director, Fine and Performing Arts
  • Maggie apRoberts-Warren, Associate Professor, Economics
  • Sarah O’Hare, Associate Director, Graduate Programs Office
  • Bob Heston, Maintenance Specialist 4, Plumbing Shop
  • Joddie Gleason, Women’s Head Basketball Coach, Athletics
  • Kevin Decker, Department Chair, English and Philosophy
  • Erin Marini, Associate Controller of Operations, Business and Strategy
  • Lynn Burks-Herres, Administrative Assistant II, Sociology and Justice Studies
  • Toni Habegger, Chief Financial Officer, Business and Strategy

 

Eligibility Criteria

  • All current university employees, including faculty staff, and administrators, are eligible to apply or be nominated for the award. An employee must be a current employee at the time the award is given.
  • Nominees must have demonstrated a consistent commitment to one or more of the university’s strategic goals: Student Success and Student Experience; Belonging; Investing in Our People and Places; Regional Anchor / Regional Impact

Nomination Submission Process

  • Deadline: All nominations must be submitted by June 1, 2026. Late submissions will not be considered.

Required Documents

  • Completed Nomination Form
  • Supporting Documents (e.g., project reports, testimonials, etc.)
  • Letter of Recommendation (optional but encouraged)

Self-Nominations: Employees are welcome to self-nominate. Self-nominations should be accompanied by the same required documents.

Selection Process

  • Evaluation Criteria: Nominations will be evaluated based on the alignment of the nominee’s contributions with the award’s core values, the impact of their work, and the evidence provided in the application.
  • Notification of Winners: Award recipients will be notified on or before August 14, 2026. 

Nomination Form

Nomination Form

For questions or assistance, please contact the President’s Office at president@ewu.edu.

Part 1: Nominee Information

Nominee Name(Required)

Part 2: Nominator Information

Your Name(Required)

Part 3: Award Category

Award Category(Required)

Part 4: Nomination Statement

Provide a detailed statement (500-1000 words) explaining why the nominee qualifies for this award. Include specific examples of how the nominee's work aligns with the selected category and the university's values. Address the following points:
  • Contribution: Describe the nominee's significant contributions in the selected category.
  • Impact: Highlight the impact of the nominee's work on the university community or the wider region.
  • Sustainability and Innovation: Mention any sustainable practices or innovative approaches the nominee has implemented.
  • Challenges Overcome: Describe any challenges the nominee faced and how they were overcome.
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    Part 5: Supporting Documents

    Attach supporting documents that provide evidence of the nominee’s contributions and impact (e.g., letters of support, project reports, testimonials, etc.)
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      A letter of recommendation from a colleague, supervisor, or external partner.
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        Part 6: Acknowledgement

        Acknowledgement(Required)