Individual Excellence in Student Support Award
Established in 2025, the Individual Excellence in Student Support Award recognizes an individual who goes above and beyond to foster student success, well-being, and belonging on campus. The recipient demonstrates exceptional dedication to supporting students through guidance, advocacy, and care — creating an environment where every student feels valued, empowered, and equipped to thrive academically and personally.
Criteria for Selection:
A successful nominee must meet the following criteria:
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Be in a full time professional position with a minimum of one full year in their current position by the time nomination occurs
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Be currently employed in a functional area of student housing.
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From a SWACUHO member institution.
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Have contributed significantly to excellence in student support, as defined above, within the past three years
Up to four recipients (two for Texas and one each for both Arkansas and Oklahoma) will be awarded per year.
Only one nomination per institution will be considered.
Past Winners:
2026 Candace Aguirre, Angelo State University
Jackie Irvin, University of Oklahoma
Karina Ogunlana, University of Texas at Austin
Davis Rowan, University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
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