Each person at UIC impacts the relationships we build with students, faculty, alumni, staff and visitors. The WOW Award was established in 2005 by the UIC Alumni Relations Council to recognize those who make an exceptional effort to build these relationships. In 2007, the program added the INSPIRE Award to recognize individuals who have consistently and over long periods of time based their every action on UIC's Core Values. An annual UIC Luminary award is also given to the INSPIRE candidate who represents the pinnacle of service to the campus and its constituents.
2008 Award Recipients
- April (INSPIRE & Luminary)
2007 Award Recipients
- April (INSPIRE & Luminary)
- March
- January/February
2006 Award Recipients
Nomination Form
WOW Award Criteria
- Concern for and support of others in performing daily tasks in line with UIC's core values.
- Service above and beyond normal expectations.
WOW Awards can be given each month as determined by the Selection Committee. If you have any questions about this award or the selection process, please contact the Selection Committee, c/o the University of Illinois Alumni Association, at 312-996-8535 or wowaward@uic.edu.
INSPIRE Awards
The INSPIRE award is a component of the WOW Award program, and was first presented in the spring of 2007. It recognizes long-term, consistent, and outstanding professional service to the UIC community. Anyone who is employed by UIC is eligible to receive an INSPIRE award. To submit a nomination, all that is needed is a letter of recommendation detailing how the individual exemplifies UIC's core values, as described below. Submissions should be received by February 28, 2008 and should be directed to Kate Knicker WOW/INSPIRE Chair at kknicker@uic.edu
UIC's Core Values
Integrity
Respecting the dignity and worth of everyone by maintaining the highest degree of ethical and moral conduct.
Nurture
Supporting an environment that fosters individual and community growth.
Service
Responding courteously to the needs of the people we serve and striving to exceed their expectations.
Pride
Taking pride in ourselves and in the work we do.
Intellect
Supporting the pursuit of lifelong learning.
Respect
Treating every individual with respect as we would like to be treated ourselves. We are committed to diversity.
Excellence
Striving for excellence in all that we do.