Equity & Inclusion Achievement Award

AWARD ON HOLD: The Office of Equity is in the process of restructuring this award so that it better aligns with Western's institutional ADEI plan, needs, and goals. 

The Equity and Inclusion Achievement Award* recognizes a student, staff, faculty member or office for outstanding contributions to advancing inclusive student, faculty or staff success, enhancing academic excellence, and/or increasing Western’s impact in Washington within the context of equity and inclusion. These contributions should align with one or more of the goals and values articulated in Western’s Strategic Plan.

* Previously called the Diversity Achievement Award

Selection Criteria

To be considered, the individual must demonstrate one or more of the following criteria, within the context of equity and inclusion, while aligning with Western’s Strategic Plan:

  • Advancing student, faculty or staff success
  • Enhancing academic excellence
  • Increasing Western’s impact in Washington 

Award/Recognition

The award recipient will be presented with a Western medallion award at the Celebration of Excellence Awards in May. The award typically includes a $1,500* grant for use in research, teaching, or professional enhancement, made possible through the WWU Foundation.

* Multiple recipients may impact the grant amount.

Award Administration

If you have questions about this award, please contact the Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance Office at crtc@wwu.edu.

Nomination Process

This award will not be presented in 2026 due to the Office of Equity restructuring this award so that it better aligns with Western's institutional ADEI plan, needs, and goals.

Additional Information

Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance Office
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Past Awardees

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