The Foundation of MSU-Billings along with MSU-Billings hosts an annual staff awards reception to recognize the accomplishments of MSU-Billings staff members. The program has existed for the past sixteen years. One particular award, the Staff Recognition Award for Community Service, has been in existence for the past twelve years. Students, faculty, staff, and community persons are encouraged to nominate MSU-Billings staff for this award. Self-nominations are also accepted.
Nominations
1) To nominate an individual, completion of a nomination form is required. The nomination form asks for the following information:
- Nominee s Name and Dept./Address.
Volunteer Service: Community/State/Regional/National level
Describe Nominee s active involvement in:
- - Professional Organizations
- MSU-Billings
- Community Organizations
Describe how this volunteer service and/or involvement benefits the Community.
Describe how nominee s service and/or involvement has enhanced the image of MSU-Billings public relations.
Describe, if applicable, any honors received on behalf of nominee s community service.
2) A maximum of three single-page letters of support per nominee will be accepted.
3) The nominee will be notified and asked to complete an information form. The information form asks for a description of the following items:
- A list of community service activities for the last three years (minimum).
Length of participation in each activity.
Type of involvement (i.e., office held, committee involvement, description of speaking engagement, etc.).
The nominee must indicate if remuneration has been received for community service activity.
Selection of Award Recipient
A Recommendation Committee consisting of six MSU-Billings staff employees representing the six Campus units will evaluate each nomination. The six Campus units include: Administrative Services, Student Affairs, College of Arts & Sciences, College of Technology, College of Education & Human Services, and the College of Business.
All criteria will be addressed, reflecting the outstanding characteristics displayed by the nominee. Significant activities, accomplishments, achievements, and contributions, which are worthy of recognition, should be identified. The committee reviews the letters of support submitted with the nomination.
Staff Appreciation Reception
All staff recognition awards are presented at an annual reception that also honors staff for years of service. The recipient for the Community Service Award receives a plaque and a cash award. The cash award amount varies each year depending on the total number of award recipients across all categories.
