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President's Excellence Awards

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President’s Excellence Award Nominations!

Every year the University of Houston proudly recognizes staff members whose service, leadership, and dedication advance the University's mission and strengthen the UH community. Through the President's Excellence Awards, UH celebrates employees whose contributions create a lasting and meaningful impact across the institution.

Among these distinguished honors is the Charles F. McElhinney Distinguished Service Award, the highest staff recognition awarded by the University.

Key Dates

Nominations Open: August 5, 2026

Nomination Deadline: August 19, 2026

Awards Ceremony: September 23, 2026

Award Categories


President's Excellence Awards

Awarded during a ceremony held by the President, the President's Excellence Awards are given each year in the following categories:

  • Administrative Support Excellence (3 Awards)

  • Technical, Service & Skilled Trades Excellence (3 Awards)

  • Professional Excellence (3 Awards)

  • Leadership Excellence (3 Awards)

Distinguished Service Award

  • Charles F. McElhinney Distinguished Service Award (1 Award)

 

Recognition


Award recipients may receive:

  • Official University recognition

  • Engraved award or commemorative plaque

  • Certificate signed by the President

  • Monetary award (subject to University policy and available funding)

  • Recognition during the annual awards ceremony

  • Recognition through University communications and publications

 

Who Can Nominate?


Any UH faculty or staff member may nominate an eligible University of Houston staff employee.

Self-nominations are not accepted.

Quick Start


New to the Awards Process?

  • Review Eligibility Requirements

  • Review Award Criteria

  • Learn the Nomination Process

  • Complete a Nomination Form

  • Submit Recommendation Forms

Side Bar Links


To nominate a colleague for one of these prestigious awards, please visit the side bar links. These pages contain detailed information on the nomination process.

Important:

All Nomination and Recommendation Forms must be submitted by the published deadline.