Standard of Excellence - Team

This award recognizes a KSU team within the Administration and Finance Division that upholds the university’s values, Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, Inclusivity and Accountability.. Nominators should provide specific examples and evidence of meeting the award criteria.

This award will be presented to a division team that possesses these characteristics:

• They are impactful partners—collaborative and use experiences, teamwork, and strategic thinking to drive success on their team and for the institution.
  
• They are creative problem solvers- who uses problem-solving skills to bring innovation to all facets of their work.
  
• They foster a positive culture on their team, developing, supporting, and empowering their team to reach their full potential.
  
• They provide phenomenal service to their coworkers, students, internal and external stakeholders, and the entire KSU community.
  
• They demonstrate integrity and respect in all aspects of their position.
  
• They continuously go above and beyond their standard job duties in order to improve the KSU experience for internal and external stakeholders.
  
• They contribute to the development of departmental and/or University initiatives.
  
• They demonstrate steadfast stewardship and fiscal responsibility by finding ways to improve processes and reduce costs. 
  
• They demonstrate a commitment to inclusivity by fostering an environment where diverse perspectives are valued and respected.
  
• They demonstrate a high level of accountability by taking responsibility for their team’s actions and decisions.

Each nomination will consist of one nomination form and a minimum of two supporter forms. Please limit supporter forms for each nomination to three maximum. 

Within the nomination and supporter forms, please include detailed examples of how the employee or team lives out the value, and provide data that supports the impact of their work, if applicable.

Nominations for the April 3, 2026 award ceremony are now closed. 

 

Recognition by the division at the annual meeting and special congratulatory event hosted by the CBO.