Purpose of the Award 
This award will recognize one CASE faculty or team of faculty for their efforts to empower and advocate for colleagues and students through mentorship, behind-the-scenes work, or other activities that contribute in important ways to the health of the college and to the success of colleagues and students, but which is often un- or under- recognized. 

Number of Awards and Award Amount 

There will be a $1,400 award each year. 

Who is Eligible to Apply? 

All CASE affiliated full-time faculty are eligible to apply. Previous applicants who were not selected for the award are encouraged to update their application materials and reapply.     

Current members of the Faculty Leadership Council and faculty who have won this award in the past three years are not eligible. Past winners are listed on the CASE website. 

Timeline for the 2026 Awards 

March 2: Complete application package due to CASE Dean’s office. Submit to CASE@mst.edu   
April 13: Applicants informed of the decision.   

Winners will be recognized at the CASE Collegewide meeting at the end of the spring semester. 

Application Materials 

A letter of application 
A CV highlighting the specific award criteria 
One letter of support