NCURA's Nominating and Leadership Development Committee (N&LDC) is responsible for giving out the following distinguished and notable annual awards and for submitting to the Secretary the slate of officers and Board Members for annual elections. For specific award nomination or application information, click on the “More Information” links below. For details on the nomination process for officer and Board positions, scroll to the Nominations section below.
The Catherine Core Minority Travel Award
More Information - Applications Due May 30, 2008
This program supports travel to the NCURA annual meeting for up to four individuals from underrepresented groups who would not otherwise be able to attend this conference.
The Distinguished Service Award
More Information Nominations Due May 30, 2008
This award is given to up to five individuals who have made significant contributions to NCURA.
The Joseph F. Carrabino Award
More Information - Nominations Due May 30, 2008
This award is presented to a federal employee who has made a significant contribution to research
administration, either through a singular innovation or a lifetime of service.
The NCURA Gold Award
More Information
This award recognizes an individual who has made a sustained and distinctive contribution to the
vitality and enduring legacy of NCURA.
The Outstanding Achievement in Research Administration Award
More Information - Nominations Due May 30, 2008
This award is given annually to an individual who has made a significant contribution to the profession of research administration.
Further information on these awards, including eligibility requirements and deadlines are available by clicking the award links on the left.
Nominations for Officer and Board Positions - Due May 23, 2008
The Nominating and Leadership Development Committee (N&LDC) invites all members of NCURA to participate in the process of selecting key members of the national leadership team by nominating (or self-nominating) individuals with the skills, abilities and willingness to serve the organization.
Volunteering in your professional organization is an enriching experience. When you give your time and talent to your professional organization, you have the opportunity to assist others grow professionally, expand your network of colleagues and advance your career. Please take a few moments to read about these volunteer opportunities and then seriously consider becoming more involved in your profession through NCURA.
An individual may self-nominate by providing their vitae and a brief statement (no more than 2 pages) indicating why they wish to serve and outlining their goals and objectives. All nominations and supporting materials must be submitted to nominations@ncura.edu, on or before May 23, 2008.
NCURA is committed to achieving diversity of all kinds in its appointments, including experience levels, geographic area, institutional type, gender, and ethnicity, and we encourage ALL interested members to become involved.
Please click on the links to read more about these open positions.
- Vice President / President Elect - View Position
- Two Members of the Board of Directors - View Position



