Eligibility

Staff members in research or administrative support roles and staff members in clinical or patient-facing roles at the University of Kansas Medical Center and in good standing are eligible. Two awards will be given – one to a staff member in a research or administrative support role and one to a staff member in a clinical or patient-facing role.

The candidate must exhibit evidence of:

• Success as a role model for colleagues and team members across the medical center
• Leadership within their department, the university, or the broader community (e.g., process improvement initiatives, committee work, professional development activities)
• Effort to influence or institute positive changes that enhance the work environment and advance the mission of KU Medical Center
• A steadfast commitment to enhanced collaboration and productive relationships with staff, faculty, trainees, and all members of the medical center community

Nomination Process

The call-for-nominations is sent out each spring. Nominations for 2026 have closed. The award recipients will be announced at the August 18th WIMS Annual Event. 

Contact Julianna Kinney with questions.