Each year, VWHE presents three awards to outstanding women: the Sister Elizabeth Candon Award for Distinguished Service; the Jackie Gribbons Award for Leadership; and the Peggy R. Williams Emerging Professional Award.

Award nominations are due in the spring of each year.  Please check back for a specific deadline for the 2009 award nominations.

The Sister Elizabeth Candon Distinguished Service Award

The Sister Elizabeth Candon Distinguished Service Award is presented to a woman who has shown evidence of promoting and working toward the advancement of women in higher education and involvement at the national, regional, state, and local levels in related activities.

> Nomination Form
> Past Winners
> Sister Elizabeth Candon Biography

The Jackie Gribbons Leadership Award

The Jackie Gribbons Leadership Award is presented to a woman who has demonstrated leadership ability, served as a model and mentor, developed innovative programs, and contributed significantly to the institution and profession.

> Nomination Form
> Past Winners
> Jackie Gribbons Biography

The Peggy R. Williams Emerging Professional Award

The Peggy R. Williams Emerging Professional Award is presented to a woman who is in the early stages of her career, demonstrates excellence in her contributions to students, colleagues, and/or her institution (in such areas as service, innovative programs, teaching, research, etc.), and shows promise and potential for future contributions.

> Nomination Form
> Past Winners
> Peggy Williams Biography