Established in 2025, Institutional Excellence in Student Support Award recognizes a department, office, or organization that demonstrates exceptional commitment to fostering student success, well-being, and belonging across the institution. The recipient exemplifies excellence in developing programs, services, or initiatives that provide meaningful guidance, advocacy, and care — creating a supportive environment where all students feel valued, empowered, and equipped to thrive academically and personally.

Criteria for Selection:

A successful nomination must meet the following criteria:

• The department, office, or organization must have a connection to student housing.

• Current SWACUHO member institution.

• Have contributed significantly to excellence in student support, as defined above, within the past three years.