This award is intended to recognize those members of our campus who go above and beyond. Those that have a love for our campus, students and employees. Those that are passionate about helping, improving and caring for the people and the mission of our university.
In an environment focused on educating young people, this award is designed to recognize staff members who, regardless of whether they come into direct contact with students, play an important role supporting their learning, growth, and development outside of the traditional classroom context.
Timeline
Nominations are accepted during the month of February. Finalists and winner are recognized at the Spring Employee Recognition Event in May.
Nomination Requirements
- The nominee must be a full-time Furman staff member (at least 3 years)
- You may only nominate 1 person per entry
- You may nominate as many people as you would like
- Individuals can decide as a group to send in nominations for a single person, however – it is NOT required that you nominate anyone for this award.
Staff Member of the Year Will Receive:
- $1000 cash prize
- A Bon Appetit chef-prepared meal for four
- An engraved plaque created from the wood from trees on Furman’s campus
- Invitation to attend a football game with a guest in the President’s Suite
- Recognition at the Spring Employee Recognition Event
Past Winners and Finalists
Interested to know who won and who was a finalist? See the past winners and finalists.