Call For Nominations: Josie R. Johnson Award
The Josie R. Johnson Award honors faculty, staff, and students who, through their work at the University, exemplify Dr. Johnson's standard of excellence in creating respectful and inclusive living, learning, and working environments, and who demonstrate unusual commitment and passion in the areas of human rights and social justice.
The Josie R. Johnson Human Rights and Social Justice Award is named for Dr. Josie R. Johnson, retired associate vice president for academic affairs at the University, the first African American to serve on the University's Board of Regents, and a tireless community activist.
The award is given to two individuals-one current faculty/staff member and one current student (graduate or undergraduate)-every year. Click here for a full outline of nomination guidelines and procedures.