Champions of Social Change Award

The Champions of Social Change Award recognizes the positive contributions that have promoted cultural diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, and understanding and/or awareness.

Nominations

Any member of the college community, including students may nominate candidates for this award. Candidates may also self-nominate.

Nominees selected for the award serve as a change agent and have made a tangible impact promoting equity, inclusion, or social justice in the local community or region. Nominees also demonstrate characteristics in one or more of the following areas:

Fostered meaningful relationships between diverse populations
Challenged stereotypical perceptions of marginalized populations
Helped people learn to communicate effectively with people of varied backgrounds
Generated an awareness and appreciation of diverse cultures
Has a record for enhancing awareness and understanding of diverse cultures among the general community
Contributed to systemic/institutional/policy change to help remove barriers to historically marginalized communities