Staff Excellence in Innovation Award

 The Staff Excellence in Innovation Award recognizes staff members who have demonstrated exceptional creativity, initiative, and impact in advancing innovation at the university. This may include process improvements, development of new tools or systems, creative problem-solving, or support of the UNT innovation ecosystem that fosters a culture of innovation. Up to three recipients may receive a one-time payment of $1,500 and a commemorative engraved gift, presented during the Staff Appreciation Luncheon.

Read the nomination form in English or the nomination form in Spanish.

Eligibility:

• Nominee must be in a UNT retirement-eligible staff position for at least six consecutive months.
• Nominee must hold a position lower than the level of Associate/Assistant Vice President.
• Nominee must not have received any formal disciplinary action or performance improvement plan within the twelve months prior to the nomination date.
• Nominee may not have received the award within the previous three years.

Criteria:

• Nominee introduced or implemented creative solutions that improved operations, services, or innovative research support.
• Nominee demonstrated initiative in identifying and solving complex problems in innovative ways.
• Nominee contributed to a culture of innovation by encouraging experimentation, collaboration, or continuous improvement.
• Nominee developed or supported new tools, systems, or processes that enhanced efficiency, effectiveness, or user experience.
• Nominee made a measurable impact on innovation outcomes at the department, division, or university level.