Awards
James Madison University prides itself on the accomplishments and commitment of its faculty. Each year, in recognition of superlative achievement, the university presents the following awards. Each college has a set of criteria used in the selection process.
Distinguished Service Award
The Distinguished Service Award recognizes a faculty member who provides exceptional professional related service at the University, local, and national levels. One faculty member from each college receives this award.
View the recipients of the Distinguished Service Award.
Distinguished Teacher Award
The Distinguished Teacher Award was established to honor faculty members annually for exemplary teaching. Each year the university presents the award to one faculty member in each college. The James Madison University community strives to encourage excellence in the classroom and continues to make teaching a priority.
View the recipients of the Distinguished Teacher Award.
Madison Scholars
In each college, professors nominate their colleagues for the Madison Scholar award. The Award winners exemplify excellence and scholarly achievement in their respective disciplines. Each winner presents a lecture on his or her area of expertise during the academic year. Faculty who have served in their colleges at the rank of assistant professor or above for at least five years are eligible for this award.
View the list of Madison Scholars.
The Provost Award for Excellence
The Provost Award for Excellence is presented each year to faculty and staff who have made extraordinary contributions to the University in a variety of areas. These include, but are not limited to, curriculum development, advising, external programs and research, community service, assessment of student learning, international experiences, ethical and moral development, and citizenship.
View the recipients of the Provost Award for Excellence.
View additional information about the Provost Award for Excellence.
