This award recognizes SIUC women who have made significant contributions to the advancement of other women and whose achievements in teaching, research, and service have had an impact at the local, national, and international levels. Individuals and university organizations can nominate women in each of the following categories: faculty, administrative/professional staff, civil service, and student. A letter soliciting nominations is sent to all university personnel early in the spring semester and selections are made by mid-April. Recipients of the award will receive engraved plaques at the Chancellor's Award Ceremony in September.