“Elleana has had a presence in Baylor University’s school partnerships for the last three years. She has supported her fellow Baylor Teaching Associates who are new to the campus.  Elleana embodies the qualities of an emerging leader in the PDS Community with her dedication to her profession, her exceptional ability to build relationships with students, and her unwavering positivity.” ~from 2024 Awards Ceremony

1. NASUP members may nominate candidates to the Awards Committee using this link:  Emerging SUP Leader Award Submission
2. All nominations and supporting materials must be submitted electronically to the NASUP Awards committee no later than Monday, January 6, 2025.
3. A sub-committee of the Awards Committee will review nominations using a  rubric based on the eligibility conditions and criteria detailed above.
4. The winner(s) will be announced at the awards ceremony of the conference and publicized by press release to the honoree’s home institution and via the NASUP publications and website.

Background

This award is for student members of NASUP who have shown promising leadership in the School-University Partnership movement. This award is available to both undergraduate and graduate students.

Eligibility

In order for a candidate to be considered eligible for this award, they must:

• Be a full-time student member of NASUP at the time of the Annual Conference
• Attend the annual conference (membership is included in registration)
• Receive a nomination from a member of NASUP

Criteria

Candidates will be considered in light of their contributions in one or more areas:

• Service on a committee or publication of NASUP prior to the Annual Conference
• Volunteer service at the Annual Conference
• Presenting at the Annual Conference
• Publication in School-University Partnerships or PDS Partners
• Service to home institution’s SUP program

Nominations

The nomination must demonstrate how the recipient is worthy of being named Emerging SUP Leader. A single nomination letter, no longer than 3 single-spaced pages with 12-point font and 1-inch margins is required. One supporting letter addressing the criteria for the award, may be submitted in addition to the nomination letter.  A copy of the nominee’s resume or vita must be included. Please note: Nomination letter and supporting letter must be from two different individuals. 

Nominators are encouraged to inform the nominee so that the nominee can provide any information that will assist in providing the nomination.

Selection Process

1. NASUP members may nominate candidates to the Awards Committee using this link:  Emerging PDS Leader Award Submission
2. All nominations and supporting materials must be submitted electronically to the NASUP Awards committee no later than Monday, January 22, 2024.
3. A sub-committee of the Awards Committee will review nominations using a  rubric based on the eligibility conditions and criteria detailed above.
4. The winner(s) will be announced at the awards ceremony of the conference and publicized by press release to the honoree’s home institution and via the NASUP publications and website.

2024 Emerging PDS Leader Award Recipient
Elleana Roseburgh, Baylor University

2023 Emerging PDS Leader Award Recipient
James Houle, Florida Southern College

2022 Emerging PDS Leader Award Recipient
Angello Villarreal, Monmouth University

2021 Emerging PDS Leader Award Recipients
Emma Rider, Salisbury University
Quintin Bostic, Georgia State University

2020 Emerging PDS Leader Award Recipients
Kelly Glowny, SUNY Buffalo State
Jennifer McCorvey, University of South Florida
Kurt Salisbury, Baylor University

2019 Emerging PDS Leaders Award Recipients:
Christine Garas, SUNY Buffalo State
Kaylie Rahe, Emporia State
Nicholas Wozniak, Georgia Southern

2018 Emerging PDS Leaders Award Recipients:
Shelby Ennis, Salisbury University
Erin Morgart, Pennsylvania State University
Ashley Nylin, University of Georgia