Santa Clara University

Diversity - Inclusive Excellence Awards

Diversity at Santa Clara University

Inclusive Excellence Awards

The University Council on Inclusive Excellence established two awards in 2008.  The awards honor students, faculty and staff who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to enhancing Santa Clara University's multicultural community.  Please visit the SCU diversity website at www.scu.edu/diversity for more information about the University Council and other campus diversity initiatives.



1.  Inclusive Excellence Award for Students:

Awarded to a current student or student organization that has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing an inclusive environment at SCU. Current students or student organizations providing leadership in programming, training, or other experiences related to the University Council's vision for achieving excellence through inclusion in the SCU community are eligible for this award.

2. Inclusive Excellence Award for Staff/Faculty:

Awarded to a current SCU staff or faculty member or a department that demonstrates dedication to innovative teaching and/or program development beyond his/her job responsibilities (or the department's mission) to encourage excellence through inclusion in the SCU community.

Nominations for the 2010 awards are due by Monday, May 3, 2010. Click here for the form.

Past recipients of the two awards include Ana Elizabeth Iten (2008 student award), Professor Francisco Jimenez (2008 faculty award), and Fr. Sonny Manuel (2009 faculty award).