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BEACONS OF EXCELLENCE AWARDS

Each year, programs and projects committed to creating a transformative, undergraduate educational experience are honored through the Beacons of Excellence awards. Nominations are currently being accepted.

By Annalisa Purser

Each year, the University of Utah’s Office of Undergraduate Studies and the Office of Student Affairs recognizes people, programs and projects committed to creating a transformative, undergraduate educational experience.Beacons201312

The six Transforming U: Beacons of Excellence awards celebrate “best practices” found across campus, including labs, student clubs, individuals, centers and more. Since the award was created in 2012, hundreds of nominations have been submitted by students, faculty, staff and community members.

Nominations are currently being accepted and are due by Monday, April 13, at 5 p.m.

Recipients of the 2015 awards will be honored throughout the year in print and other media outlets on campus and in the community.

More information about the award and past honorees is available online.

 

Beacon of Excellence Montage from 2014

 

 

Annalisa Purser is a communication specialist at University Marketing and Communications. If you have an interesting story idea, email her at annalisa.purser@utah.edu.