Since its founding in 1982, the Nevada Women's Fund has annually recognized women who make a difference in our community. The University will be celebrating the contributions of two women during the Women of Achievement Awards Luncheon to be held on Thursday, June 7 at the Grand Sierra Resort. To make a nomination, please submit an electronic (email) letter describing the candidate's accomplishments, along with a electronic version of her vita or resume. Nominations of academic, administrative and classified staff are welcome.
Criteria for consideration include:
- Contribution to and achievement at the university
- Contribution to and achievement in a profession/field
- Concern and support for the advancement of women
- Contribution to and achievement in the community
Some previous honorees include:
- Indira Chatterjee
- Melisa Choroszy
- Cheryl Hug-English
- Victoria Follette
- Catherine Fowler
- Pru Jones
- Richelle O'Driscoll
- Jean Perry
- Elizabeth Raymond
- Marsha Reed
- Sachiko St. Jeor
- Emma Sepulveda
- Yvonne Stedham
- Angela Taylor
- Susan Tchudi
- Lynda Wiest
- Leah Wilds
- Jill Winter