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Award Nominations
TACUSPA recognizes the contributions of members to the organization and the student affairs profession at the annual Fall Conference. Each nominee must be a current TACUSPA member at the time of nomination. Nominations for the 2022 awards will be accepted through Friday, July 15, 2022.
Dr. James (Jim) E. Caswell Distinguished Service Award
- Continuous TACUSPA member for at least ten years
- Leadership performance in student affairs at the state, regional, or national level, the high quality of which is recognized by peers
- Contributions above and beyond the normal service required by positions of leadership
Mid-Level Student Affairs Professional Award
- Has worked 5 or more years as a full time practitioner in the field of student affairs (as of June 2020).
- Significant contributions to TACUSPA and the profession, such as volunteering over multiple years, serving on the Board of Directors, serving as an outside/expert reviewer for other universities, published articles or research related to the profession, etc.
- Demonstrated expertise in creating a campus environment that promotes student learning and professional development.
- Outstanding individual contribution in innovative and responsive services and programs that address varied and emerging needs of students.
Outstanding New Professional Award
- Has worked for 3 or less years in a full-time position in student affairs (as of June 2022).
- Contributions to TACUSPA, which may include attending the Fall Conference, submitting or presenting an educational session at the Fall Conference or a TACUSPA webinar, or volunteering for the Association.
- Contributions to the individual's employing institution.
- Has performed all aspects of their job in an exemplary manner, as indicated in a recommendation letter from their immediate supervisor. Anyone may nominate but only the immediate supervisor may submit the recommendation letter.
Dissertation of the Year
- Completed dissertation and had degree conferred on or after May 1, 2021.
- Outstanding doctoral student in, or intending to enter, student affairs work.
- Demonstrates high-quality research relevant to student affairs administration. High quality research includes utilizing sound methodology and presenting and/or publishing dissertation work.
Faculty Member of the Year Award
- Full-time faculty member who teaches a course related to college students in Texas or long-term, part-time faculty members who teach similar courses or supervise internship
- Conducts, publishes, and presents research related to the student affairs/higher education profession.
- Supports graduate students in their educational program to achieve their educational and professional goals.
- Teaches to engage students and ensure a deep understanding of course material
- Engages in professional activities in higher education (especially TACUSPA) such as conference attendance and presentations, speaking engagements, consultations, etc.
- A letter of recommendation from a current student, former student, or professional colleague attesting to the impact of the faculty on the above criteria.
Selection Process
The Awards & Recognition Committee blindly reviews and evaluates each eligible nominee for all awards except the Caswell Distinguished Service Award. The Caswell Distinguished Service Award is reviewed and evaluated by a subcommittee led by the Past President. If multiple nominations are submitted for the same person and same award, all nominations will be evaluated.