Erskine B. Bowles Staff Service Award

Erskine B. Bowles
Former UNC System President

The Erskine B. Bowles Staff Service Award was established in 2010 by the UNC System Staff Assembly to recognize staff employees whose accomplishments are consistent with the goals of the University and the University’s public service mission.

NOMINATION PROCESS

All university employees are encouraged to nominate a deserving colleague for this award.

SUBMISSION PERIOD April 9 – May 17, 2024

• Provide a statement that highlights the candidate’s accomplishments and describes how the candidate contributes to the overall welfare of their university organization and their surrounding community.
• Answer open-ended questions to provide evidence the candidate meets the selection criteria
• You may also provide additional letters or documents of support from peers, supervisor, students, campus administration, local media or community members, and/or representatives from local businesses/organizations.
• All nominations are shared with the nominee upon submission.

Nomination Form

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Must be a permanent staff member (SHRA or EPS) of any of the 17 UNC constituent institutions, the UNC System Office, or a recognized University affiliate
• Exemplifies excellence in their professional interactions and customer service within their university employment
• Provides extraordinary service to their campus and UNC system outside their job description
• Provides exemplary service to their surrounding community

WHAT RECIPIENTS RECEIVE

• A memento
• An award of $1000
• Recognition from the Staff Assembly and UNC System leadership

Erskine B. Bowles Staff Service Award 2022

2022 Erskine Bowles Award Recipient
Natasha Stracener, UNC Charlotte 

Previous Award Recipients